A job well done - California June water use fell 27%

Los Angeles - California Gov. Jerry Brown applaudes citizens for a job well done on decreasing water usage in the state by 27% - two percent higher than the orginal target of 25%. 

This target comes in the light of a state-wide ordinance by Gov. Brown which included shorter showers and allowing lawn discoloration. 

Predictions of a stronger El Nino this year could also provide some relief for the drought stricken state. 

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